Career
Tahnee was often considered one of the front runners in the competition, garnering 3 first call-outs and winning 3 challenges. During the competition, Tahnee’s weight was criticized by other contestants, judges, and fashion industry professionals. In 2008 Tahnee, along with fellow contestant Clare Venema, was a state finalist in the Girlfriend Magazine Model Search.
However both girls were disqualified as they were already signed to model agencies.
Atkinson was previously signed to Scene Models in Perth. During the fifth cycle, Tahnee walked the runway for Nicola Finetti and Alex Perry.
She has also signed a 6-month deal with Harper"s and will model exclusively for the magazine with her first shoot in August. Her print work includes a Bettina Liano campaign.
Atkinson attended Presbyterian Ladies" College, Perth.